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Overnight Oats: 6 Easy & Delicious Variations

Overnight Oats: 6 Easy & Delicious Variations


  • Author: iyma hernandes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes + overnight chill
  • Yield: 1 serving per variation

Description

No cooking, no stress, all flavor—overnight oats are the ultimate breakfast meal prep. With six creative, single-serve recipes inspired by U.S. flavors and seasonal favorites, this guide makes your mornings smoother and more satisfying.


Ingredients

  • Overnight Oats Base: 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based), 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional), 1 tsp chia seeds (optional), 1–2 tsp maple syrup or honey, pinch of salt
  • Strawberry Cheesecake: Base + 1/4 cup chopped strawberries, 2 tbsp cream cheese or whipped cottage cheese, 1 tbsp graham cracker crumbs, splash vanilla extract
  • Peanut Butter Chocolate: Base + 1 tbsp peanut butter, 1 tsp cocoa powder, 1 tbsp mini chocolate chips, dash of cinnamon
  • Apple Pie: Base + 1/4 cup chopped apple, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, pinch nutmeg, 1 tsp maple syrup, optional raisins or dates
  • Blueberry Lemon: Base + 1/4 cup blueberries, zest of 1/2 lemon, 1 tsp lemon juice, 1 tsp honey
  • Banana Bread: Base + 1/2 mashed banana, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, 1 tbsp chopped walnuts, dash vanilla
  • Pumpkin Spice: Base + 1/4 cup canned pumpkin, 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice, 1 tsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Mix base ingredients with desired add-ins in a jar or container.
  2. Stir well, seal, and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours).
  3. In the morning, stir and top with fresh fruits, granola, nuts, or extras as listed.
  4. Enjoy cold or microwave 30–60 seconds for a warm version.

Notes

Overnight oats last up to 5 days refrigerated. Customize with seasonal fruits, protein boosts, or sugar alternatives. Ideal for meal prep and busy mornings.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 jar
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: overnight oats, healthy breakfast, no cook, single serve, seasonal oats, easy meal prep